Description Author: Edited by Ambikanandan Misra and Aliasgar Shahiwala ISBN 9781847358516 Published: 2014page 546 Summary Use of polymers has become indispensable in the field of drug delivery. Polymers play a crucial role in modulating drug delivery to exploit maximum therapeutic benefits and have been fundamental in the successful development of several novel drug delivery systems that...

Description Author: D. Nichols, Thor Overseas Limited ISBN 978-1-85957-512-3 Pages: 126Format: Soft-backed Summary The use of biocides in plastics is commonplace. They are added to protect the plastic from degradation by microbes or to provide an external antimicrobial hygienic surface.Biocides are selected on the basis of their function and the application for which they are...

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Nichols, Thor Overseas Limited \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-512-3 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePages: 126\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Soft-backed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nThe use of biocides in plastics is commonplace. They are added to protect the plastic from degradation by microbes or to provide an external antimicrobial hygienic surface.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBiocides are selected on the basis of their function and the application for which they are intended, but choosing the right biocide is often not so simple. As well as biocidal performance, the in-process stability, migration, leachability, light and heat stability may all be important factors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Rapra Review Report examines the use of biocides in plastics with reference to material types and application requirements. The commonly available biocides are reviewed and details of their strengths and weaknesses are provided. The author reviews the frequently used test methods for fungi and bacteria, and, in an ever-changing regulatory environment, explores the influence of legislation on the current and future use of such biocides.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis report will be of interest to biocide suppliers and plastic product manufacturers, and to all professionals requiring information on biocide chemistry and application.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis detailed and state-of-the-art review is supported by an indexed section containing several hundred key references and abstracts selected from the Polymer Library.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e1 INTRODUCTION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2.1 Bacteria\u003cbr\u003e2.2 Fungi\u003cbr\u003e2.3 Algae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 THE NEED FOR BIOCIDES IN PLASTICS AND BASIC MICROBIOLOGY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 PLASTIC MATERIALS REQUIRING BIOCIDES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3.1 Biostabiliser Effects\u003cbr\u003e3.1.1 Nutrient Sources for Fungi and Bacteria\u003cbr\u003e3.1.2 Microbiological Effects\u003cbr\u003e3.1.3 Organisms of Importance\u003cbr\u003e3.2 Hygienic Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.2.1 Organisms of Interest\u003cbr\u003e3.2.2 Merits of Such Biocides\u003cbr\u003e3.2.3 The Bacterial Problem\u003cbr\u003e3.2.4 False Claims\u003cbr\u003e3.2.5 Conclusions Regarding Hygienic Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.3 Active Packaging\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 TEST METHODS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4.1 Fungal Test Methods\u003cbr\u003e4.1.1 Fungicidal Procedures\u003cbr\u003e4.1.2 Fungistatic Procedures\u003cbr\u003e4.1.3 Soil Burial\u003cbr\u003e4.1.4 Humidity Chamber or Vermiculite Bed\u003cbr\u003e4.2 Bacterial Test Methods\u003cbr\u003e4.2.1 Resistance of Plastic to Bacteria\u003cbr\u003e4.2.2 Antimicrobial Plastic\u003cbr\u003e4.2.3 Pink Stain Test\u003cbr\u003e4.3 Laboratory Tests versus use Conditions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 AVAILABLE ACTIVE INGREDIENTS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5.1 Migratory Biocides\u003cbr\u003e5.1.1 OBPA\u003cbr\u003e5.1.2 OIT\u003cbr\u003e5.1.3 Butyl BIT\u003cbr\u003e5.1.4 Zinc Pyrithione\u003cbr\u003e5.1.5 Iodo-Propylbutyl Carbamate (IPBC)\u003cbr\u003e5.1.6 N-Haloalkylthio Compounds\u003cbr\u003e5.1.7 Carbendazim (N-benzimidazol-2-ylcarbamic acid methylester)\u003cbr\u003e5.1.8 Bethoxazin (3-Benzo(b)thien-2-yl-5,6-dihydro-1,4,2-oxathiazine 4-oxide)\u003cbr\u003e5.2 Non or Low Migratory Biocides\u003cbr\u003e5.2.1 Triclosan (2,2,4-dicholoro-2-hydroxydiphenyl ether)\u003cbr\u003e5.2.2 DCOIT \u003cbr\u003e5.2.3 Silver\u003cbr\u003e5.2.4 Sustainable Antimicrobial Polymers (Degussa)\u003cbr\u003e5.2.5 Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles\u003cbr\u003e5.3 Other Ingredients\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 LEGISLATION REGARDING BIOCIDES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6.1 Limitations of Use\u003cbr\u003e6.2 Future Requirements\u003cbr\u003e6.3 BPD Exemptions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 SUMMARY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdditional References\u003cbr\u003eUnpublished References\u003cbr\u003eBibliography\u003cbr\u003eAcknowledgements\u003cbr\u003eAbbreviations\u003cbr\u003eSubject Index\u003cbr\u003eCompany Index\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\nDean Nichols has a BSc. 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Description Author: David K. Platt ISBN 978-1-85957-519-2 Rapra Market Report Summary Biodegradable polymers have experienced strong growth over the last three years and are set to make further inroads into markets traditionally dominated by conventional thermoplastics in future. Demand is being driven by a number of factors. The cost of biodegradable polymers has come down considerably...

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Now, some classes of biodegradable polymers are price competitive with polymers such as PET. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe biodegradable polymers industry itself has established an agreed framework for testing and certification and there is growing political pressure in developed countries to reduce packaging waste and develop a composting infrastructure. Biodegradable polymer producers have also invested in product and process improvements. Finally, consumers and brand owners are beginning to recognize the benefits of sustainable or ‘green’ packaging. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFour main classes of biodegradable polymers are analyzed in this report, polylactic acid (PLA), starch-based polymers, synthetic biodegradable polymers, such as aromatic aliphatic co-polyesters, and polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA). The report analyses their key performance properties, applications development, market drivers and future prospects. Each product section also contains an estimate of market size by world region and end use market, plus forecasts to 2010. There is also an analysis of key suppliers and their products. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBiodegradable polymers market size by geographic region, polymer type and end use sector, 2000 and 2005, plus forecasts to 2010. Market opportunity analysis by end use sector, such as packaging, bags and sacks, foodservice, agriculture, medical, consumer products and fibres. Illustrations of product and applications development over the last three years. Supply chain analysis: including details of thirty leading biodegradable polymer suppliers and profiles of around fifty of the world’s leading biodegradable polymer processors. 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Description Author: H.T. van de Grampel ISBN 978-0-08041744-8 GE Plastics BVReview Report132 pages, softbound Summary This review report explains the theory of blending materials which may be essentially incompatible, and the properties and applications of commercially available blends of engineering thermoplastics are then described. Experimental results and data on commercial materials can be obtained from the...

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Description Author: Conference Proceedings ISBN 978-1-85957-252-8 Frankfurt, Germany, 13th-14th March 2001Pages: 190, Figures: 245, Tables: 82 Summary In recent years the markets for foams or expended substrates has grown enormously, this is documented through the high number of patent applications for products and processes which are filed each year. This third, international conference dedicated to the...

Description Author: Heidelberg, Germany, 27th - 28th May, 2002 ISBN 978-1-85957-315-0 250 pages Summary Foaming is a large area of the plastics processing industry and the possibilities grow every year through the introduction of new products, processes and systems. The advances in the industry are clearly documented by the high numbers of patent applications for products...

Description Author: Conference Proceedings ISBN 978-1-85957-366-2 Munich, Germany, 19th-20th May 2003232 pages Summary The fifth Blowing Agents and Foaming Processes Conference was held in Munich, Germany and was dedicated to the critical role of blowing agents in foamed plastics and rubber. The two day international conference brought together major blowing agent manufacturers and suppliers, foaming process...

Description Author: Conference ISBN 978-1-85957-447-8 Hamburg, Germany, 10th-11th May 2004pages 214 Summary This sixth international conference dedicated to the critical role of blowing agents in foamed plastics and rubber aimed to present an insight into the latest industrial progress and research for foam generation. The conference offered a comprehensive review of recent academic developments, results and...

Description Author: Rapra Conferences ISBN 978-1-84735-071-8 Papers: 23 Summary Now in its tenth year Blowing Agents and Foaming Processes 2008 has become firmly established in the plastics community as the meeting place for processors, material suppliers, academics and end users to exchange ideas and keep up to date with developments in this fast growing niche of...

Description Author: Rapra Conferences ISBN 978-1-84735-392-4 23 papers Summary Blowing Agents and Foaming Processes 2009, Conference ProceedingsFoamed substances are now being sourced as an alternative substance for applications that previously had an established material. Blowing agents or blowing gases are excellent 'fillers' and have the dual benefits of saving material and reducing weight, the latter minimising...

Description Author: Conference Proceedings ISBN 9781847356314 Summary Blowing Agents & Foaming Processes conference returned for the thirteenth consecutive year to highlight the academic and commercial developments in current and new polymeric foam applications. As the only conference to be tailored to the specific needs of the polymeric foam industry, this was a not-to-be-missed opportunity to...

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Description Author: Conference Proceedings ISBN 9781909030428 Summary Today there are numerous solutions on offer – new methods, resins, technology, processes, and additives and it seems that demand for higher performance and lower costs is set to once again drive technical developments in polymeric foams.Those involved in the manufacture of blowing agents, PU foam insulation and...

Description Author: Dr. S.N. Singh, Huntsman Polyurethanes ISBN 978-1-85957-321-1 pages 104 Summary The polyurethane foam industry was radically shaken up by the discovery, in the mid 1980s, that certain chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) used as blowing agents can damage the environment. Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) were developed as replacements, but they are now scheduled to be phased out as they...

{"id":11242215940,"title":"Blowing Agents for Polyurethane Foams","handle":"978-1-85957-321-1","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Dr. S.N. Singh, Huntsman Polyurethanes \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-321-1 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003epages 104\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nThe polyurethane foam industry was radically shaken up by the discovery, in the mid 1980s, that certain chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) used as blowing agents can damage the environment. Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) were developed as replacements, but they are now scheduled to be phased out as they also have ozone depleting potential. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGlobal agreements have been introduced such as the Montreal Protocol and the Kyoto Protocol, which severely limit the use of many blowing agents. Global warming, ozone depleting potential, atmospheric lifetime and volatile organic compounds are the primary environmental issues with any blowing agent, and there are other factors to consider such as long-term breakdown products, halogen-free nature and acidification potential. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlowing agents must also satisfy the requirements of the marketplace including cost, flammability, compatibility with materials of construction, and safe and economic manufacturing processes. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach application for foams has its own specifications, for example, low flammability, low toxicity, load bearing capability and cushioning effects. The long-term stability of the foam structure and the insulating properties of the foam are also key. The blowing agent used in polyurethane has a critical effect on these attributes. Insulation is affected by the gas phase thermal conductivity of the blowing agent. Stability is affected by several properties, such as the solubility of the agent in the polymer and the diffusion rate compared with air. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis review discusses the legal requirements and property specifications for blowing agents in different applications. It highlights the effects of changing blowing agents including the need for reformulation. Many new polyols, isocyanates and surfactants are being developed to overcome problems. Similarly, new equipment is being produced, for example, to cope with the flammability issues surrounding the use of hydrocarbon blowing agents, such as pentane. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach type of blowing agent is described. Key environmental and physical properties are listed, together with advantages and limitations. Foams are described by types and by applications. The review also describes, briefly, the current state of the market and which new blowing agents are likely to be used in each sector. The developments by many different companies are outlined.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e1.1 Blowing Agents up to the mid 1980s \u003cbr\u003e1.2 The Montreal Protocol and Other Regulations \u003cbr\u003e2 Blowing Agents - Considerations Since the mid 1980s \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2.1 Environmental Considerations \u003cbr\u003e2.2 Feasibility Considerations \u003cbr\u003e2.3 Performance Considerations \u003cbr\u003e3 Alternative Blowing Agents \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3.1 Hydrochloroflurocarbons (HCFCs) \u003cbr\u003e3.2 Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) \u003cbr\u003e3.3 Hydrocarbons (HCs) \u003cbr\u003e3.4 Other Physical Blowing Agents \u003cbr\u003e3.5 Chemical Blowing Agents \u003cbr\u003e4 Blowing Agents for Low Density Rigid Foam \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4.1 Specific Performance Criteria \u003cbr\u003e4.2 General Developments \u003cbr\u003e4.2.1 Reducing Consumption of CFC-11 \u003cbr\u003e4.2.2 Liquid HCFCs \u003cbr\u003e4.2.3 Liquid HFCs \u003cbr\u003e4.2.4 Low Boiling Blowing Agents (LBBA) \u003cbr\u003e4.2.5 Degradation Products of HCFCs and HFCs \u003cbr\u003e4.2.6 Liquid Hydrocarbons \u003cbr\u003e4.2.7 Blends of Blowing Agents \u003cbr\u003e4.2.8 All CO2 Blown \u003cbr\u003e4.2.9 Partially Open Cell Foam \u003cbr\u003e4.2.10 Thermal Conductivity Improvement Technology \u003cbr\u003e4.2.11 Thermal Conductivity Ageing of Foam \u003cbr\u003e4.2.12 Dimensional Stability of Foam \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4.3 Blowing Agent Technology by End Use Market \u003cbr\u003e4.3.1 Household Refrigerators and Freezers \u003cbr\u003e4.3.2 Water Heaters and Other Appliances \u003cbr\u003e4.3.3 Flexible Faced Laminates (Boardstock) \u003cbr\u003e4.3.4 Rigid Faced Laminates \u003cbr\u003e4.3.5 Entry and Garage Doors \u003cbr\u003e4.3.6 Slabstock \u003cbr\u003e4.3.7 Spray \u003cbr\u003e4.3.8 Pipe Insulation \u003cbr\u003e4.3.9 One Component Foam (OCF) \u003cbr\u003e4.3.10 Marine Flotation \u003cbr\u003e4.3.11 Miscellaneous Applications \u003cbr\u003e5 Blowing Agents for Low Density Flexible Foam \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5.1 Specific Performance Criteria \u003cbr\u003e5.2 Blowing Agent by Manufacturing Process \u003cbr\u003e5.2.1 Continuous Slabstock \u003cbr\u003e5.2.2 Discontinuous Slabstock \u003cbr\u003e5.2.3 Moulded Foam \u003cbr\u003e6 High Density Foams and Elastomers \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6.1 Specific Performance Criteria \u003cbr\u003e6.2 Flexible Integral Skin Foam \u003cbr\u003e6.2.1 Low ODP Technology \u003cbr\u003e6.2.2 Zero ODP Technology \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6.3 Rigid Integral Skin Foam \u003cbr\u003e6.4 Semi-Rigid Foam \u003cbr\u003e6.5 Microcellular Elastomers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\nDr Singh is a leading expert on blowing agents, formulation and long-term stability of polyurethane foams, and has a collection of publications including patents. 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Singh, Huntsman Polyurethanes \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-321-1 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003epages 104\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nThe polyurethane foam industry was radically shaken up by the discovery, in the mid 1980s, that certain chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) used as blowing agents can damage the environment. Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) were developed as replacements, but they are now scheduled to be phased out as they also have ozone depleting potential. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGlobal agreements have been introduced such as the Montreal Protocol and the Kyoto Protocol, which severely limit the use of many blowing agents. Global warming, ozone depleting potential, atmospheric lifetime and volatile organic compounds are the primary environmental issues with any blowing agent, and there are other factors to consider such as long-term breakdown products, halogen-free nature and acidification potential. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlowing agents must also satisfy the requirements of the marketplace including cost, flammability, compatibility with materials of construction, and safe and economic manufacturing processes. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach application for foams has its own specifications, for example, low flammability, low toxicity, load bearing capability and cushioning effects. The long-term stability of the foam structure and the insulating properties of the foam are also key. The blowing agent used in polyurethane has a critical effect on these attributes. Insulation is affected by the gas phase thermal conductivity of the blowing agent. Stability is affected by several properties, such as the solubility of the agent in the polymer and the diffusion rate compared with air. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis review discusses the legal requirements and property specifications for blowing agents in different applications. It highlights the effects of changing blowing agents including the need for reformulation. Many new polyols, isocyanates and surfactants are being developed to overcome problems. Similarly, new equipment is being produced, for example, to cope with the flammability issues surrounding the use of hydrocarbon blowing agents, such as pentane. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach type of blowing agent is described. Key environmental and physical properties are listed, together with advantages and limitations. Foams are described by types and by applications. The review also describes, briefly, the current state of the market and which new blowing agents are likely to be used in each sector. The developments by many different companies are outlined.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e1.1 Blowing Agents up to the mid 1980s \u003cbr\u003e1.2 The Montreal Protocol and Other Regulations \u003cbr\u003e2 Blowing Agents - Considerations Since the mid 1980s \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2.1 Environmental Considerations \u003cbr\u003e2.2 Feasibility Considerations \u003cbr\u003e2.3 Performance Considerations \u003cbr\u003e3 Alternative Blowing Agents \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3.1 Hydrochloroflurocarbons (HCFCs) \u003cbr\u003e3.2 Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) \u003cbr\u003e3.3 Hydrocarbons (HCs) \u003cbr\u003e3.4 Other Physical Blowing Agents \u003cbr\u003e3.5 Chemical Blowing Agents \u003cbr\u003e4 Blowing Agents for Low Density Rigid Foam \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4.1 Specific Performance Criteria \u003cbr\u003e4.2 General Developments \u003cbr\u003e4.2.1 Reducing Consumption of CFC-11 \u003cbr\u003e4.2.2 Liquid HCFCs \u003cbr\u003e4.2.3 Liquid HFCs \u003cbr\u003e4.2.4 Low Boiling Blowing Agents (LBBA) \u003cbr\u003e4.2.5 Degradation Products of HCFCs and HFCs \u003cbr\u003e4.2.6 Liquid Hydrocarbons \u003cbr\u003e4.2.7 Blends of Blowing Agents \u003cbr\u003e4.2.8 All CO2 Blown \u003cbr\u003e4.2.9 Partially Open Cell Foam \u003cbr\u003e4.2.10 Thermal Conductivity Improvement Technology \u003cbr\u003e4.2.11 Thermal Conductivity Ageing of Foam \u003cbr\u003e4.2.12 Dimensional Stability of Foam \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4.3 Blowing Agent Technology by End Use Market \u003cbr\u003e4.3.1 Household Refrigerators and Freezers \u003cbr\u003e4.3.2 Water Heaters and Other Appliances \u003cbr\u003e4.3.3 Flexible Faced Laminates (Boardstock) \u003cbr\u003e4.3.4 Rigid Faced Laminates \u003cbr\u003e4.3.5 Entry and Garage Doors \u003cbr\u003e4.3.6 Slabstock \u003cbr\u003e4.3.7 Spray \u003cbr\u003e4.3.8 Pipe Insulation \u003cbr\u003e4.3.9 One Component Foam (OCF) \u003cbr\u003e4.3.10 Marine Flotation \u003cbr\u003e4.3.11 Miscellaneous Applications \u003cbr\u003e5 Blowing Agents for Low Density Flexible Foam \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5.1 Specific Performance Criteria \u003cbr\u003e5.2 Blowing Agent by Manufacturing Process \u003cbr\u003e5.2.1 Continuous Slabstock \u003cbr\u003e5.2.2 Discontinuous Slabstock \u003cbr\u003e5.2.3 Moulded Foam \u003cbr\u003e6 High Density Foams and Elastomers \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6.1 Specific Performance Criteria \u003cbr\u003e6.2 Flexible Integral Skin Foam \u003cbr\u003e6.2.1 Low ODP Technology \u003cbr\u003e6.2.2 Zero ODP Technology \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6.3 Rigid Integral Skin Foam \u003cbr\u003e6.4 Semi-Rigid Foam \u003cbr\u003e6.5 Microcellular Elastomers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\nDr Singh is a leading expert on blowing agents, formulation and long-term stability of polyurethane foams, and has a collection of publications including patents. He is currently a Development Associate with Huntsman Polyurethanes (formerly ICI Polyurethanes)."}

Description Author: Ottmar Brandau ISBN 978-1-4377-3526-0 180 pages Summary The book is a thoroughly practical handbook that provides engineers and managers with the toolkit to improve production and engineering aspects in their own businesses - saving money, increasing output and improving competitiveness by adopting new technologies. In this book, Brandau covers the engineering aspects of bottle...

Description Author: T.R.Crompton ISBN 978-1-84735-132-6 Summary Volume 1 covers the methodology used for the determination of metals, non-metals and organic functional groups in polymers, and for the determination of the ratio in which different monomer units occur in copolymers. The techniques available for composition determination of homopolymers and copolymers and other recent modern techniques such...

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Description Author: M. Ionescu ISBN 978-1-85957-501-7 Pages 585 Summary Polyurethanes have become one of the most dynamic groups of polymers and they find use in nearly every aspect of modern life, in applications such as furniture, bedding, seating and instrument panels for cars, shoe soles, thermoinsulation, carpet backings, packaging, and as coatings. This book considers the...

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It presents the details of oligo-polyol synthesis, and explains the chemical and physico-chemical subtleties of oligo-polyol fabrication. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book attempts to link data and information concerning the chemistry and technology of oligo-polyols for polyurethanes, providing a comprehensive overview of: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBasic polyurethane chemistry \u003cbr\u003e-Key oligo-polyol characteristics \u003cbr\u003e-Synthesis of the main oligo-polyol families, including: polyether polyols, polyester polyols, polybutadiene polyols, acrylic polyols, polysiloxane polyols, aminic polyols\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Polyols from renewable resources \u003cbr\u003e-Chemical recovery of polyols \u003cbr\u003e-Relationships between polyol structure and polyurethane properties \u003cbr\u003eThis book will be of interest to all specialists working with polyols for the manufacture of polyurethanes and to all researchers that would like to know more about polyol chemistry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n1 Polyols\u003cbr\u003e1.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003eReferences \u003cbr\u003e2 Basic Chemistry of Polyurethanes\u003cbr\u003e2.1 Reaction of Isocyanates with Alcohols\u003cbr\u003e2.2 Reaction of Isocyanates with Water\u003cbr\u003e2.3 Reaction of Isocyanates with Urethanes\u003cbr\u003e2.4 Reaction of Isocyanates with Urea Groups\u003cbr\u003e2.5 Reaction of Isocyanates with Carboxylic Acids\u003cbr\u003e2.6 Dimerisation of Isocyanates\u003cbr\u003e2.7 Trimerisation of Isocyanates\u003cbr\u003e2.8 Reaction of Isocyanates with Epoxide Compounds\u003cbr\u003e2.9 Reaction of Isocyanates with Cyclic Anhydrides\u003cbr\u003e2.10 Prepolymer Technique\u003cbr\u003e2.11 Quasiprepolymer Technique\u003cbr\u003e2.12 One Shot Technique\u003cbr\u003e2.13 Several Considerations on the Polyaddition Reaction\u003cbr\u003eReferences \u003cbr\u003e3 The General Characteristics of Oligo-Polyols\u003cbr\u003e3.1 Hydroxyl Number\u003cbr\u003e3.1.1 Hydroxyl Percentage\u003cbr\u003e3.2 Functionality\u003cbr\u003e3.3 Molecular Weight and Molecular Weight Distribution\u003cbr\u003e3.4 Equivalent Weight\u003cbr\u003e3.5 Water Content\u003cbr\u003e3.6 Primary Hydroxyl Content\u003cbr\u003e3.7 Reactivity\u003cbr\u003e3.8 Specific Gravity\u003cbr\u003e3.9 Viscosity\u003cbr\u003e3.10 Colour\u003cbr\u003e3.11 Acid Number\u003cbr\u003eReferences \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMihail Ionescu gained his first degree from the University Polytechnica Bucharest, Faculty of Industrial Chemistry, and gained his PhD from the same institution in 1986.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe has had a varied career and is currently a Senior Research Scientist at Pittsburg State University, Kansas, USA. 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It presents the details of oligo-polyol synthesis, and explains the chemical and physico-chemical subtleties of oligo-polyol fabrication. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book attempts to link data and information concerning the chemistry and technology of oligo-polyols for polyurethanes, providing a comprehensive overview of: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBasic polyurethane chemistry \u003cbr\u003e-Key oligo-polyol characteristics \u003cbr\u003e-Synthesis of the main oligo-polyol families, including: polyether polyols, polyester polyols, polybutadiene polyols, acrylic polyols, polysiloxane polyols, aminic polyols\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Polyols from renewable resources \u003cbr\u003e-Chemical recovery of polyols \u003cbr\u003e-Relationships between polyol structure and polyurethane properties \u003cbr\u003eThis book will be of interest to all specialists working with polyols for the manufacture of polyurethanes and to all researchers that would like to know more about polyol chemistry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n1 Polyols\u003cbr\u003e1.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003eReferences \u003cbr\u003e2 Basic Chemistry of Polyurethanes\u003cbr\u003e2.1 Reaction of Isocyanates with Alcohols\u003cbr\u003e2.2 Reaction of Isocyanates with Water\u003cbr\u003e2.3 Reaction of Isocyanates with Urethanes\u003cbr\u003e2.4 Reaction of Isocyanates with Urea Groups\u003cbr\u003e2.5 Reaction of Isocyanates with Carboxylic Acids\u003cbr\u003e2.6 Dimerisation of Isocyanates\u003cbr\u003e2.7 Trimerisation of Isocyanates\u003cbr\u003e2.8 Reaction of Isocyanates with Epoxide Compounds\u003cbr\u003e2.9 Reaction of Isocyanates with Cyclic Anhydrides\u003cbr\u003e2.10 Prepolymer Technique\u003cbr\u003e2.11 Quasiprepolymer Technique\u003cbr\u003e2.12 One Shot Technique\u003cbr\u003e2.13 Several Considerations on the Polyaddition Reaction\u003cbr\u003eReferences \u003cbr\u003e3 The General Characteristics of Oligo-Polyols\u003cbr\u003e3.1 Hydroxyl Number\u003cbr\u003e3.1.1 Hydroxyl Percentage\u003cbr\u003e3.2 Functionality\u003cbr\u003e3.3 Molecular Weight and Molecular Weight Distribution\u003cbr\u003e3.4 Equivalent Weight\u003cbr\u003e3.5 Water Content\u003cbr\u003e3.6 Primary Hydroxyl Content\u003cbr\u003e3.7 Reactivity\u003cbr\u003e3.8 Specific Gravity\u003cbr\u003e3.9 Viscosity\u003cbr\u003e3.10 Colour\u003cbr\u003e3.11 Acid Number\u003cbr\u003eReferences \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMihail Ionescu gained his first degree from the University Polytechnica Bucharest, Faculty of Industrial Chemistry, and gained his PhD from the same institution in 1986.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe has had a varied career and is currently a Senior Research Scientist at Pittsburg State University, Kansas, USA. He was President of the Scientific Council of the Institute of Chemical Research (ICECHIM) in Bucharest, Romania from 1993-2004; the Scientific Director of ICECHIM from 1997-2004; Head of the Polymer Synthesis Department at ICECHIM from 1992-1997; Secretary of the Romanian Polymer Society from 1992; an active member of the New York Academy of Science (1996); and is a Member of American Chemical Society and American Oil Chemists Society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMihail has completed around 200 research projects - laboratory, pilot plant and industrial scale (unpublished in the open literature, closed circuit); has devised more than 20 technologies for polyether polyols which are applied industrially - the resulting polyethers (for flexible and rigid PU foams), are exported to: Germany, Italy, Turkey, France, The Netherlands, Poland, Hungary, Serbia; has 70 patents in the field of telechelic polyether synthesis and in the field of aromatic polymers; and has authored around 85 scientific papers; he is thus well qualified to write this book.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Description Author: T. R. Crompton ISBN 978-1-84735-482-2 Pages: 236, Hardcover Summary The combination of chromatography with mass spectroscopy is a very useful technique which is being increasingly used by polymer chemists to improve existing polymers and to discover new ones with specific physical properties such as thermal stability and retention of properties over a long service...

Description Author: J Durkee ISBN 9781455731312 Pages: 780 Summary Key Features• Three methods explained in detail for substitution of suitable solvents for those unsuitable for any reason: toxic solvents don't have to be tolerated; this volume explains how to do better• Enables users to make informed judgments about their selection of cleaning solvents for specific applications,...

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Description Author: Adrie Winkelaar ISBN 978-3-86630-851-0 140 pages Summary Key Features An overview of the scientific fundamentals and practical aspects of paints and coatings Provides readers with the knowledge needed to select the right paint products, and use them in a way that delivers excellent results Essential reading for non-specialists and business professionals - and a...

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